Female Counsellors in Bray
I currently have availability online Wednesday and Thursdays for adult therapy and supervision appointments. I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist. I have worked in a number of sectors including school settings, residential care settings, and for charitable bodies. I am passionate about working therapeutically with families, children and teens living with life challenges such as anxiety, bereavement, selective mutism, parental separation, foster and residential care, ADHD, Autism, bereavement, homelessness, amongst others.
I currently have availability online Wednesday and Thursdays for adult therapy and supervision appointments. I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist. I have worked in a number of sectors including school settings, residential care settings, and for charitable bodies. I am passionate about working therapeutically with families, children and teens living with life challenges such as anxiety, bereavement, selective mutism, parental separation, foster and residential care, ADHD, Autism, bereavement, homelessness, amongst others.
Healing Trail
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
5 Endorsed
Bray, County Wicklow A98
My ideal client feels stuck in old patterns, often overwhelmed or disconnected, and ready for change. They may struggle with boundaries, anxiety, or relationships, and want to understand themselves more deeply. They’re reflective, curious, and seeking a safe space to feel heard without judgement. Their goals are personal—more confidence, clarity, and connection with themselves and others. Ultimately, they want to live more authentically and feel more at peace in their own lives.
My ideal client feels stuck in old patterns, often overwhelmed or disconnected, and ready for change. They may struggle with boundaries, anxiety, or relationships, and want to understand themselves more deeply. They’re reflective, curious, and seeking a safe space to feel heard without judgement. Their goals are personal—more confidence, clarity, and connection with themselves and others. Ultimately, they want to live more authentically and feel more at peace in their own lives.
I am a psychotherapist with a humanistic and integrative approach, dedicated to supporting self-discovery, emotional well-being, and personal growth. I hold a Higher Diploma and Masters degree in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space for clients to explore thoughts and emotions. I support those facing stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions, using a trauma-informed, collaborative, and compassionate approach.
I am a psychotherapist with a humanistic and integrative approach, dedicated to supporting self-discovery, emotional well-being, and personal growth. I hold a Higher Diploma and Masters degree in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space for clients to explore thoughts and emotions. I support those facing stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions, using a trauma-informed, collaborative, and compassionate approach.
Many people come to therapy with symptoms that feel confusing or difficult to explain. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, panic, or find yourself caught in repeating patterns that you can’t seem to shift. You might feel overwhelmed or unsure why these reactions keep showing up. Often, these struggles have roots in earlier experiences or protective ways you learned to cope. Therapy offers space to understand what’s beneath the symptoms, to feel less alone with what you’re carrying, and to move toward real and lasting change.
Many people come to therapy with symptoms that feel confusing or difficult to explain. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, panic, or find yourself caught in repeating patterns that you can’t seem to shift. You might feel overwhelmed or unsure why these reactions keep showing up. Often, these struggles have roots in earlier experiences or protective ways you learned to cope. Therapy offers space to understand what’s beneath the symptoms, to feel less alone with what you’re carrying, and to move toward real and lasting change.
I love supporting people on their journey to better understand themselves and the root of their present difficulties; helping them discover who they are beyond who they have learned to be through their life experiences and environment. It can feel a bit daunting or even scary starting or resuming therapy so I focus on creating a space that is warm and safe, to help you feel more comfortable figuring out what's troubling you and unpacking your feelings, thoughts and experiences.
I love supporting people on their journey to better understand themselves and the root of their present difficulties; helping them discover who they are beyond who they have learned to be through their life experiences and environment. It can feel a bit daunting or even scary starting or resuming therapy so I focus on creating a space that is warm and safe, to help you feel more comfortable figuring out what's troubling you and unpacking your feelings, thoughts and experiences.
We can all feel a bit stuck sometimes... I offer a safe space to help make meaning and process what we are thinking and why. I work with adults negotiating lifes changing dynamics as their parents age, or own children grow up. I work with adults moving into midlife, issues around self-esteem and finding purpose with a new work/life balance. I also work with clients with difficulties in relationships parenting, anxiety, overwhelm, low mood, loss, bereavement, trauma and pts and learning to feel safe.
We can all feel a bit stuck sometimes... I offer a safe space to help make meaning and process what we are thinking and why. I work with adults negotiating lifes changing dynamics as their parents age, or own children grow up. I work with adults moving into midlife, issues around self-esteem and finding purpose with a new work/life balance. I also work with clients with difficulties in relationships parenting, anxiety, overwhelm, low mood, loss, bereavement, trauma and pts and learning to feel safe.
I am a humanistic and integrative therapist offering a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences. My approach is client-led, supporting you to better understand yourself and find a more harmonious pathway through life. I believe therapy should move at your pace, with compassion, curiosity, and authenticity at the centre of our work together. Whether you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or seeking change, I aim to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered.
I am a humanistic and integrative therapist offering a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences. My approach is client-led, supporting you to better understand yourself and find a more harmonious pathway through life. I believe therapy should move at your pace, with compassion, curiosity, and authenticity at the centre of our work together. Whether you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or seeking change, I aim to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered.
I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and I meet each client with compassion, empathy and warmth. My passion lies in creating a safe and collaborative environment that is non – judgemental and prioritise to ensure that each client feels valued and heard, while exploring challenges, gaining insights and developing practical tools to navigate life’s complexities.
I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and I meet each client with compassion, empathy and warmth. My passion lies in creating a safe and collaborative environment that is non – judgemental and prioritise to ensure that each client feels valued and heard, while exploring challenges, gaining insights and developing practical tools to navigate life’s complexities.
I really believe in the power of therapy as a way to evoke meaningful change; whether its from ongoing struggles, self -limiting beliefs, harmful behaviours or painful cycles in relationships. My approach to therapy is from a contemporary, integrative and compassion-focused perspective. The therapeutic relationship between client and therapist can help facilitate personal growth, the healing of wounds and acceptance of self. Its my aim to help you feel safe to creatively explore options, find out what you may need, and give you support during challenging times.
I really believe in the power of therapy as a way to evoke meaningful change; whether its from ongoing struggles, self -limiting beliefs, harmful behaviours or painful cycles in relationships. My approach to therapy is from a contemporary, integrative and compassion-focused perspective. The therapeutic relationship between client and therapist can help facilitate personal growth, the healing of wounds and acceptance of self. Its my aim to help you feel safe to creatively explore options, find out what you may need, and give you support during challenging times.
I specialise in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), helping you explore your current difficulties (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression) within the context of unexpected significant life changes/events, attachment and relationship issues, trauma, and loss. By sharing psychological understanding, connecting past experiences to present difficulties, I can support you to work through and process your thoughts and feelings, identifying and changing unhelpful patterns of behaviour and coping.
I specialise in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), helping you explore your current difficulties (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression) within the context of unexpected significant life changes/events, attachment and relationship issues, trauma, and loss. By sharing psychological understanding, connecting past experiences to present difficulties, I can support you to work through and process your thoughts and feelings, identifying and changing unhelpful patterns of behaviour and coping.
Hi, I'm Laura. As a Children's Therapist, I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for young people to explore and express their emotions. I understand that verbalising feelings can be challenging for children, especially at a young age, which is why I use various techniques, such as art, play, storytelling, puppets, games and sand, to facilitate their self-expression in a child-friendly manner. This approach allows for a deeper understanding of their experiences and helps in processing difficult emotions.
Hi, I'm Laura. As a Children's Therapist, I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for young people to explore and express their emotions. I understand that verbalising feelings can be challenging for children, especially at a young age, which is why I use various techniques, such as art, play, storytelling, puppets, games and sand, to facilitate their self-expression in a child-friendly manner. This approach allows for a deeper understanding of their experiences and helps in processing difficult emotions.
Hi, I’m Lorraine, a psychotherapist based in Gorey, Co. Wexford and Glenealy, Co. Wicklow. I work with both adults and teenagers (12+), providing personalised care that’s tailored to your unique journey. I’m here to help you navigate life’s challenges with encouragement and compassion.
Hi, I’m Lorraine, a psychotherapist based in Gorey, Co. Wexford and Glenealy, Co. Wicklow. I work with both adults and teenagers (12+), providing personalised care that’s tailored to your unique journey. I’m here to help you navigate life’s challenges with encouragement and compassion.
I specialise in helping clients heal through past trauma through inner child work and working alongside this with self worth, anxiety, disabilities, trauma, depression, grief, relationships issues, low self esteem, pregnancy, fertility and postnatal. I help clients accept themselves and to become the best version of themselves.I aim to make pure genuine, authentic connections with my clients and creating a warmth, non-judgemental and safe space where clients can speak about what is on their mind and can explore their emotions and feel comfortable and supported within this space. I hold a BSC in counselling & Psychotherapy.
I specialise in helping clients heal through past trauma through inner child work and working alongside this with self worth, anxiety, disabilities, trauma, depression, grief, relationships issues, low self esteem, pregnancy, fertility and postnatal. I help clients accept themselves and to become the best version of themselves.I aim to make pure genuine, authentic connections with my clients and creating a warmth, non-judgemental and safe space where clients can speak about what is on their mind and can explore their emotions and feel comfortable and supported within this space. I hold a BSC in counselling & Psychotherapy.
Annette has held IACP accreditation as a Psychotherapist since 2017 and has 25 years of experience in Major Dublin hospitals prior to her qualification as a Psychotherapist in 2015. Annette completed a degree in Child and Adolescent Therapy in 2021 and a Diploma in Counselling Supervision in 2026. Therapy experience obtained in a variety of settings, including private practice (since 2016) and previously in affordable counselling agencies. Annette works with Children aged 10 plus, Teens, and adults. Annette is a highly competent, sincere professional with a great ability for warmth and understanding.
Annette has held IACP accreditation as a Psychotherapist since 2017 and has 25 years of experience in Major Dublin hospitals prior to her qualification as a Psychotherapist in 2015. Annette completed a degree in Child and Adolescent Therapy in 2021 and a Diploma in Counselling Supervision in 2026. Therapy experience obtained in a variety of settings, including private practice (since 2016) and previously in affordable counselling agencies. Annette works with Children aged 10 plus, Teens, and adults. Annette is a highly competent, sincere professional with a great ability for warmth and understanding.
Suffering from Stress, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, feeling overwhelmed, contact me, I offer sessions to help you manage your well-being. I offer a range of services, from CBT to longer term psychotherapy work, dependant on the clients requirements. I can help you make sense of what happens and has happened in your life by reflecting on experiences of the past and coming to understand how they affect the present, the person you are today. Therapy allows a client to talk about personal problems and feelings in a confidential, trustworthy, and safe environment. Contact me today to make an appointment.
Suffering from Stress, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, feeling overwhelmed, contact me, I offer sessions to help you manage your well-being. I offer a range of services, from CBT to longer term psychotherapy work, dependant on the clients requirements. I can help you make sense of what happens and has happened in your life by reflecting on experiences of the past and coming to understand how they affect the present, the person you are today. Therapy allows a client to talk about personal problems and feelings in a confidential, trustworthy, and safe environment. Contact me today to make an appointment.
I am a MIACP Multilingual (English, Italian, Romanian) qualified Psychotherapist. As of now, I am currently pursuing a four-year Clinical & Professional MA in Psychoanalysis at UCD School of Medicine.
I have completed additional training in Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, CBT for Menopausal Symptoms, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), 'Lets Talk About Suicide', Logotherapy and Existential Analysis, and Death Doula.
I strongly hold the belief that worry, and sadness take up a lot of people's time, and it can be challenging to concentrate on anything other than simply existing, and that could bring unhappiness!
I am a MIACP Multilingual (English, Italian, Romanian) qualified Psychotherapist. As of now, I am currently pursuing a four-year Clinical & Professional MA in Psychoanalysis at UCD School of Medicine.
I have completed additional training in Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, CBT for Menopausal Symptoms, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), 'Lets Talk About Suicide', Logotherapy and Existential Analysis, and Death Doula.
I strongly hold the belief that worry, and sadness take up a lot of people's time, and it can be challenging to concentrate on anything other than simply existing, and that could bring unhappiness!
Hi, I’m Danielle, the founder of Nurturing Hearts Play Therapy. I’m passionate about supporting children through play, the language they know best, to help them navigate their emotions, behaviours, and relationships. Using proven approaches, I create a warm, nurturing environment where kids can safely explore their feelings, process experiences, and build resilience. I also work closely with parents, offering coaching to help caregivers better understand and support their child. I support families to strengthen bonds, foster emotional growth, and create secure, lasting connections—all through the transformative power of play.
Hi, I’m Danielle, the founder of Nurturing Hearts Play Therapy. I’m passionate about supporting children through play, the language they know best, to help them navigate their emotions, behaviours, and relationships. Using proven approaches, I create a warm, nurturing environment where kids can safely explore their feelings, process experiences, and build resilience. I also work closely with parents, offering coaching to help caregivers better understand and support their child. I support families to strengthen bonds, foster emotional growth, and create secure, lasting connections—all through the transformative power of play.
I am a Masters qualified, fully insured and accredited therapist with over 12 years experience working with adolescents, pre teens and adults. I have additional training in suicide prevention, child safeguarding, self harm, sexual health, trauma & restorative justice. I have worked for many years at a senior level with complex trauma cases as a therapist, Clinical Coordinator and therapeutic Head of Department in conjunction with key stakeholders from health, education and residential care settings. My approach to each client is individual creative and empathic.
I am a Masters qualified, fully insured and accredited therapist with over 12 years experience working with adolescents, pre teens and adults. I have additional training in suicide prevention, child safeguarding, self harm, sexual health, trauma & restorative justice. I have worked for many years at a senior level with complex trauma cases as a therapist, Clinical Coordinator and therapeutic Head of Department in conjunction with key stakeholders from health, education and residential care settings. My approach to each client is individual creative and empathic.
I am a dedicated, accredited psychotherapist with a degree in Social Science from UCD and a 1st Class Honours degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling from PCI College, accredited by Middlesex University. I like to use an integrative humanistic approach, tailoring the therapy to individual clients. I have worked with diverse issues, including grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship problems, providing an empathic, non-judgemental and warm space for clients.
I am a dedicated, accredited psychotherapist with a degree in Social Science from UCD and a 1st Class Honours degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling from PCI College, accredited by Middlesex University. I like to use an integrative humanistic approach, tailoring the therapy to individual clients. I have worked with diverse issues, including grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship problems, providing an empathic, non-judgemental and warm space for clients.
Are you feeling stuck, experiencing low energy and motivation or feeling anxious and overwhelmed? You are not alone. I offer a safe, confidential, compassionate and caring space for you to explore your difficulties in a non-judgmental environment. I have experience working with a variety of issues including illness, bereavement, loss and grief, childlessness and infertility, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and trauma. My goal in supporting you, is to nurture a strong therapeutic relationship that allows you to bring your voice into the world and safely explore your lived experience.
Are you feeling stuck, experiencing low energy and motivation or feeling anxious and overwhelmed? You are not alone. I offer a safe, confidential, compassionate and caring space for you to explore your difficulties in a non-judgmental environment. I have experience working with a variety of issues including illness, bereavement, loss and grief, childlessness and infertility, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and trauma. My goal in supporting you, is to nurture a strong therapeutic relationship that allows you to bring your voice into the world and safely explore your lived experience.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.